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Actively fosters and facilitates mountaineering.

This incorporates climbing, trekking, mountain walking and related activities, and promoting fellowship between people with these interests who are committed to the conservation of mountain areas.

02/06/2026

MEMBER TALK TONIGHT

An MCSA Seed Collection of Endangered Plants
Kaleigh Murray, who did her PhD on climate-linked population declines of Quiver Trees, has identified four plants from the Magaliesberg that she is going to start a scientific collection on. What made her decide on those four? And what is conservation best practice for collecting & maintaining plant collections?

Come hear about the science behind the “conservation doing”. The project requires volunteers to help collect, sort, germinate the seeds, then plant out the seedlings. This means hiking the Magaliesberg with a purpose other than just hiking like a treadmill, but stopping to check for ripe seeds. How many are in the population where one collects the seed? Bring all your questions on this restoration project.

Date: Tuesday, 02 June 2026
Venue: CityROCK Johannesburg
Time: 18h30 for 19h00

01/06/2026

BOOK LAUNCH
Great Rock Climbs of the Western Cape – By Tony Lourens

A coffee table publication featuring a selection of 75 world-class traditional climbs in South Africa. A collection of the finest routes across the country’s largest and most mountainous province. It showcases the beauty of our land, the heartbeat of our mountains and the deep history of rock climbing in South Africa – with fascinating tales on each climb, written by prominent climbers, brought to life by captivating images from some of the country’s leading photographers.

The Guidebook comes out as the companion to the coffee table book. A publication that includes all the routes in the big book but in guidebook format – with detailed RDs, topos, diagrams and all the access, approach and descent information you will need to go out and climb these routes.

Both books will be published simultaneously and will yield an unprecedented first in South African mountain literature.

When: Wednesday, 10 June 2026
Where: Robin Hills Scout Hall, Randburg
Time: 18h30 for 19h30

Get your personalised copy. Special prices on launch night only. Slip-case limited editions also available. A1 Mountainscape mounted canvas print for raffle.

29/05/2026

Champion a property ~ Lead a hike!

Are you passionate about one of our MCSA properties?
Share your love for the outdoors by leading a hike!

This is a fantastic opportunity to introduce fellow members to hidden gems and trails they might not know about. Whether it's a scenic route, a challenging climb, or a peaceful stroll, your leadership can inspire others to explore and enjoy our beautiful properties.

Step up, champion a property, and help us build a stronger, more connected hiking community!

Contact Nicky ([email protected]) to volunteer or learn more.
Let’s hit the trails together!

28/05/2026

UPCOMING MCSA Jhb Section MEETS

30 May:🥾 HIKING - Ysterhout Kloof
Join Kat and Andreas for a relaxed, family-friendly day out exploring Ysterhout Kloof. Expect an easy-going hike with beautiful scenery
02 - 08 Jun:🥾🧗 HIKING & CLIMBING - Hamerkop Camp
Enjoy the peace, tranquility and magnificent Magaliesberg views of this rustic mountain retreat overlooking Hamerkop Kloof.
06 Jun: 🌱 LAND & ACCESS - Grootkloof Firebreak Maintenance
Firebreaks keep the peace between neighbours, especially during our dry winters.
06 & 07 Jun: 🧗 TRAD CLIMBING - Hamerkop Trad Weekend
Join Roger for two full days of trad climbing while staying over at the Hamerkop Hut.
09 - 15 Jun: 🌱 LAND & ACCESS - Hamerkop Work Week
An opportunity to spend some time at the exclusive Hamerkop Hut.
13 - 16 Jun: 🧗 SPORT CLIMBING - Wellington's Dome
Take the Monday off, and get a full 4 days of sport climbing in a unique climbing venue, only four hours out of Joburg.
13 - 14 Jun: 🧗 TRAD CLIMBING - Trad @ Tonquani
Join Bennie and Tony for a weekend of trad climbing at the Tonquani Complex following the Tony's book launch
16 Jun: 🌱 CONSERVATION - Trident
Join Darragh, our brilliant mountain professor and get access to the restricted Trident property for an epic day of science and adventure!
20 Jun:🥾 HIKING - Cedarberg Kloof
Join William and Yolande for an easy day hike as we explore the wonderful rock garden that makes up our Cedarberg property

To join these meets, join the WhatsApp groups via the Community Bulletin to RSVP and for more details.

14/05/2026

Protecting our mountain heritage is a collective effort. By becoming a member of Jhb Section and supporting our conservation initiatives, you contribute to the long-term protection of some of South Africa’s most breathtaking and ecologically significant landscapes. Join our efforts so that future generations can continue to explore, climb, and appreciate these incredible natural spaces.

This piece of prose, beautifully composed by ⁠Tjaka Segooa, gives a real sense of what our amazing volunteers do on conservation and maintenance meets, and the far-reaching impact their work has.

06/05/2026

Celebrating 75 years of the Mountain Club of SA - Eastern Province Section.

The Mountain Club of South Africa's National Camp takes place annually in a different part of the country each year.
The 2026 edition took place at Bucklands Farm in the Eastern Cape and celebrated MCSA Eastern Province's 75th anniversary.

Attended by 130 mountain climbers and hikers from around the country, the Camp was a wonderful success and afforded members the opportunity to experience the mountains and wilderness of the Karoo.

30/04/2026

UPCOMING MCSA Jhb Section MEETS

01 May:🌱 LAND & ACCESS - Worker's Day Path Building
Join the team for a day of path maintenance and rehab at the magnificent Mhlabatini kloof.

02 May:🌱 LAND & ACCESS - Tonquani
Good fences make good neighbours, good firebreaks make better neighbours! Help the crew at Tonquani with firebreak maintenance.

09 May: 🧗 SPORT CLIMBING - Multi-Pitch Clinic @ New World Crag
For lead climbers who would like to enter the world of multi-pitch climbing and venture into great heights, join Roger at New World Crag.

24 & 25 May:🌱 CONSERVATION - Weeding @ Boekenhoutskloof
Join Tam and crew to help remove Lantana and Crofton and get to explore this beautiful property.

06 & 07 Jun: 🧗 TRAD CLIMBING - Hamerkop Weekend
Join Roger for two full days of trad climbing while staying over at the Hamerkop Hut.

06 & 07 Jun: 🧗 TRAD CLIMBING - Monteseel Climbing Festival
Join Paul with MCSA Jhb members and travel to the historic home of HardTrad to rope up with MCSA KZN and Tony Lourens.

13 - 16 Jun: 🧗 SPORT CLIMBING - Wellington's Dome
Take the Monday off, and get a full 4 days of sport climbing in a unique climbing venue, only four hours out of Joburg.

20 Jun: 🧗 TRAD CLIMBING - BlackDiamond Tradathon
Taking place at Montagu this year, the BlackDiamond Tradathon is a non-competitive event celebrating climbing, and our county’s beautiful wild places.

To join these meets, join the WhatsApp groups via the Community Bulletin to RSVP and for more details.

23/04/2026

Closure of Climbing Crags for Verreaux Eagle Breeding

Please note that the following areas are closed for climbing from 1 April to 30 September. Some climbs are deemed too close to, or they pass through Verreaux Eagle nests, so please make sure there is no nest above you before starting a route.

The following climbing crags have identified nests in Gauteng and North West:
• Bronkies: Between 'Perch on This' and 'Devils Concubine'
• Wilgepoort: Between 'Mcfats LGP' and 'Bottleneck Bulge'
• Tonquani: Either side of 'Reunion Slab'
• Grootkloof: Either side of 'Lilliput Ridge'
• Dome South: 'Twilight Arete' and 'Revolver'
• Chosspile: The whole of 'Lord of the Rings' Crag

All nests are being monitored for activity by provincial specialists. Some nests also have motion sensitive cameras placed on them. If there is no activity by end of June, with consultation with eagle experts, we may open these sections to climbing again. There are many climbers and only a few pairs of eagles. Please remember we are in their space.

Please also note that Bolting anywhere on these crags is not permitted during this winter season. Rather wait the season out and make noise when it is appropriate to do so. If you do notice unfamiliar eagle activity, please send us a note [email protected]. It is always a treat to be greeted with their curious eagle eyes!

22/04/2026

Patrolling plays an important role in maintaining MCSA-owned and managed properties and is a collaborative effort between MCSA members, Eco Rangers and landowners in the region.

Why we need Patrolling on our properties:
➔ Regular patrolling helps prevent illegal activities on our properties, which can harm the sensitive ecosystems of the Magaliesberg.
➔ Patrolling deters unauthorized access, unsafe behaviour and potential vandalism, ensuring that members and approved visitors use the properties responsibly. This creates a safer and more enjoyable experience for all.
➔ Routine patrols allow for early detection of trail erosion, damage to signage or structural issues, enabling timely maintenance.

Patrolling IS NOT about policing, confrontation and taking risks.
Patrolling IS about visible presence, awareness and friendly education.

We encourage MCSA Jhb members to get involved in the Patrolling Sub-committee - anyone can join and get involved in looking after the places we already know and love.

09/04/2026

Our recent AGM once again indicated that MCSA Jhb Section has a diverse community of members who all deeply value the role that the Club plays in mountaineering.

Outgoing Chairman, Bennie de Wet, recognized several members who have called the MCSA Jhb their home for decades. In particular, two milestones deserve special mention:
• Oliver Oppler ~ 65 Years of Membership
• Prof. Paul Fatti ~ 60 Year Diamond Jubilee

In addition, Andreas and Kat Draxl received the Chairman’s Award for their exceptional contribution to the Club through their energy and building of adventurous club culture.

With a renewed sense of energy, the new committee was elected, headed up by new Chairman, Brett Pepper.

We look forward to a successful 2026 with our continued commitment to Explore. Discover. Connect. Protect.

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